Sapphire Le
About Sapphire Le
Sapphire Le is an Environmental Chemist with extensive experience in organic chemistry and chromatography. She has worked at Glencore since 2017 and previously held various positions at the University of South Australia, where she also completed her academic studies.
Work at Glencore
Sapphire Le has been employed at Glencore as an Environmental Chemist since 2017. In this role, she applies her extensive knowledge in chemistry to address environmental challenges. Her responsibilities include conducting research and analysis to support environmental initiatives within the company. Sapphire's expertise in organic chemistry and chromatography contributes to her effectiveness in this position.
Education and Expertise
Sapphire Le has a robust educational background in chemistry. She earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Chemistry from the University of South Australia, completing her studies from 2013 to 2017. Prior to her PhD, she obtained a Bachelor of Medical and Pharmaceutical Sciences (Honours) in 2012 and a Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science from 2009 to 2011. Her studies included a focus on organic chemistry, method development, and chromatography.
Background
Sapphire Le's academic journey began at Le Hong Phong High School for the Gifted, where she completed Year 10. She then attended Richard King High School, achieving Year 11. Following her high school education, she studied at Eynesbury International College, where she completed Foundation Study Programs in Commerce and Health Science. This diverse educational background laid the foundation for her career in chemistry.
Previous Experience at University of South Australia
Before joining Glencore, Sapphire Le held multiple positions at the University of South Australia. She worked as a Practical Demonstrator in Chemistry from 2012 to 2016, where she provided hands-on support to students. Additionally, she served as a PhD candidate in Medicinal Chemistry and was involved in research related to xanthate decomposition. Her roles included providing technical guidance and training to new staff, showcasing her leadership capabilities.
Research and Technical Proficiency
Sapphire Le has been involved in significant research, particularly in the investigation of xanthate decomposition and the generation of carbon disulphide. She has extensive experience in method development and optimization in organic chemistry and chromatography. Sapphire plays a key role in the recommissioning and optimization of advanced analytical instruments such as GC-FID and GC-MS, demonstrating her technical proficiency in the field.